1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 545 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Ferrari | Mini |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Cooper |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |